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The Smell of Gods: Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Once Not Only Painted But Also Perfumed
For centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.
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See the Vatican's Magnificent Marble Statue of the Greek God Apollo Restored to Its Former Glory
The Vatican’s famous Apollo Belvedere—a marble statue of the Greek god of archery, music and dance—is finally back on public display after a five-year restoration. The seven-foot-tall statue ...
Archaeologists Found a Majestic Ancient Statue of Hermes Buried Under a Fountain
Torso pieces were also found in the same region. Researchers believe they belong to statues of Artemis—goddess of hunting, ...
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Archaeologists Find Ancient Statue of Apollo That Probably Adorned a Magnificent Fountain
This statue, which may have once held a club and lion’s head, dates to around the second century—just like the newly discovered marble Apollo. Researchers think both artifacts once adorned the ...